thanks Jim, I did read that paragraph before my posting. I just wanted
to know if what people really do out there. There's usually an
officially way and the real way to things...

again thanks for replying.


JimH wrote:
"s o" wrote in message
ups.com...
hi all,

I've a 8 ft sailing dingy and if I put a 30 lb thrust electric motor on
it just so I can have a easier time when going up the channel(upwind),
do I need to register it(in Calif)? thanks

s o



From: http://www.dmv.ca.gov/boatsinfo/boatreg.htm

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What Vessels Must be Registered?
Generally, every sail-powered vessel over eight feet in length and every
motor-driven vessel (regardless of length) that is not documented by the
U.S. Coast Guard which is used or on the waters of this state are subject to
registration by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The vessel must be
located in California.

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As your boat will be motor-driven at times, then yes, you must register it.

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